Sarah Cohen to be remanded at Langata women prison over husband murder
Sarah Wairimu has been remanded at Lang'ata Women's Prison awaiting to undergo mental assessment before facing a murder charge related to her husband's death.
By Nancy Gitonga 14 days ago
Sarah Cohen to be remanded at Langata women prison over husband murder
Sarah Cohen arrested, to be arraigned today
Sarah Wairimu was arrested after the DPP reviewed the case file and concluded that there was sufficient evidence to charge her.
By Nancy Gitonga 14 days ago
Sarah Cohen arrested, to be arraigned today
Mlolongo Four still missing as police, court engage in legal ping-pong
The missing men Bernard Mbisi Kavingo, Justus Mutumwa, Martin Mwau, and Karani Muema were reportedly taken by individuals believed to be police officers.
By Nancy Gitonga 15 days ago
Mlolongo Four still missing as police, court engage in legal ping-pong
Court declines to stay orders requiring Kanja, Amin to appear over missing Mlolongo 3
Justice Chacha Mwita on Thursday, the court dismissed the plea by the senior officers who had sought to delay their appearance in the ongoing case concerning the abductions.
By Nancy Gitonga 15 days ago
Court declines to stay orders requiring Kanja, Amin to appear over missing Mlolongo 3
Firms to forfeit Sh18m in money laundering case
The High Court has given the greenlight for recovery of over Sh18 million from two private jet leasing firms, linked to businessman Chris Obure.
By Nancy Gitonga 15 days ago
Firms to forfeit Sh18m in money laundering case
Reprieve for Kanja, Amin as court suspends order over court summons
IG Kanja and DCI Amin were ordered to explain their involvement in the controversial abduction cases of several young men or face imprisonment.
By Nancy Gitonga 16 days ago
Reprieve for Kanja, Amin as court suspends order over court summons
DCI seeks 21-day detention for man arrested with dismembered body
John Kyama Wambua, 29, was arraigned before the Milimani Law Court today after being arrested in Huruma Estate while carrying a plastic bag which police say was found to contain human body parts.
By Nancy Gitonga 16 days ago
DCI seeks 21-day detention for man arrested with dismembered body
Court finds two suspects in Dusit terror attack have case to answer
However, judge says scales of justice could tilt in their favour if they have evidence to rebut the case The third suspect had admitted to the charges and entered into a plea bargain.
By Nancy Gitonga 16 days ago
Court finds two suspects in Dusit terror attack have case to answer
Masengeli gets 14 days to defend his job in case seeking his ouster
Petitioner claims the deputy police boss has snubbed court several time.But his lawyer sought seven more days to reply to the petition.
By Nancy Gitonga 17 days ago
Masengeli gets 14 days to defend his job in case seeking his ouster
Chebukati, IEBC off the hook in 2022 elections case
IEBC and former Chairman Wafula Chebukati got a major reprieve after the High Court dismissed a petition challenging the closure of the election results portal following the 2022 General Election.
By Nancy Gitonga 17 days ago
Chebukati, IEBC off the hook in 2022 elections case
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George Muchai murder: Creepy mystery of assigned wife and places of arrest
Main suspect in the murder Erick Isabwa denies knowing his co-accused Jane Wanjiru, recorded as his wife. He also says he was arrested at Marikiti market and not at a house in Kinoo.
By Nancy Gitonga 19 days ago
George Muchai murder: Creepy mystery of assigned wife and places of arrest
Suspect in former Kabete MP Muchai murder case denies robbery charges
Prime suspect in the murder of former Kabete MP George Muchai, has pleaded not guilty to 10 charges of robbery with violence.
By Nancy Gitonga 20 days ago
Suspect in former Kabete MP Muchai murder case denies robbery charges
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Lords of impunity snub court for the sixth time
Despite repeated orders, the two top policemen have shown blatant disregard for the Judiciary with the abductions which have drawn global concern sparking protests.
By Nancy Gitonga 20 days ago
Lords of impunity snub court for the sixth time
Police bosses Kanja, Amin skip court again
Police IG Douglas Kanja and DCI boss Mohamed Amin skip court again over the whereabouts of the missing Mlolongo 3, say summons were served 'too late.'
By Nancy Gitonga 21 days ago
Police bosses Kanja, Amin skip court again
Judiciary official jailed for failing to produce Sh13m exhibit in court
A Deputy Registrar of the High Court, Joseph Kiverenge, has been jailed after failing to produce Sh13.3 million in exhibits recovered by police from two suspects.
By Nancy Gitonga 21 days ago
Judiciary official jailed for failing to produce Sh13m exhibit in court
Court awards woman Sh420,000 for assault by matatu crew
The High Court has awarded a female passenger Sh420,000 after she was assaulted, robbed, and violently thrown out of a Super Metro matatu by the driver and conductor.
By Nancy Gitonga 21 days ago
Court awards woman Sh420,000 for assault by matatu crew
High Court registrar jailed for 7 days after Sh13.3 million exhibits go missing
A Deputy Registrar of the High Court, Joseph Kiverenge, has been jailed after failing to produce Sh13.3 million in exhibits recovered by police from two suspects.
By Nancy Gitonga 22 days ago
High Court registrar jailed for 7 days after Sh13.3 million exhibits go missing
Judy Thongori, pioneer women's rights advocate takes final bow
The legal fraternity is mourning the death of Senior Counsel Judy Thongori, a trailblazer in family law and human rights advocacy.
By Nancy Gitonga 23 days ago
Judy Thongori, pioneer women's rights advocate takes final bow
Monica Kimani, Jowie families clash in court over key evidence in murder case
A fresh legal battle erupted in court between the families of Monica Kimani and Jowie over the release of key exhibits, including a mobile phone, in the murder case.
By Nancy Gitonga 23 days ago
Monica Kimani, Jowie families clash in court over key evidence in murder case
Ojaamong given final chance to file submissions in Sh8m graft case
Former Busia Governor Sospeter Ojaamong and eight others have been given a final chance to file submissions in Sh8 million graft case.
By Nancy Gitonga 24 days ago
Ojaamong given final chance to file submissions in Sh8m graft case
Nelson Havi barred from defaming Danstan Omari on social media
The High Court has barred former LSK President Nelson Havi from making defamatory statements about city lawyer Danstan Omari, following allegations of corruption in the judiciary.
By Nancy Gitonga 24 days ago
Nelson Havi barred from defaming Danstan Omari on social media
Defiance: Police boss Kanja, Amin ignore court summons again
Kenya's top security chiefs have once again defied court summons, fueling concerns over accountability and the rule of law.
By Nancy Gitonga 24 days ago
Defiance: Police boss Kanja, Amin ignore court summons again
Production of digital number plates to continue, court rules
The High Court has ruled in favor of the government, dismissing two petitions filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah challenging the introduction of new digital number plates for motor vehicles
By Nancy Gitonga 25 days ago
Production of digital number plates to continue, court rules
Kanja, DCI boss fail to appear in court over abductions
The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, and DCI boss Mohammed Amin failed to appear before High Court Judge Chacha Mwita in connection with the abduction of four individuals.
By Nancy Gitonga 25 days ago
Kanja, DCI boss fail to appear in court over abductions
Sonko has a case to answer in City Hall revenue tender saga
The Anti-Corruption Chief Magistrate Charles Ondieki has found that former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has a case to answer in 11 charges related to the revenue tender at City Hall.
By Mate Tongola, Nancy Gitonga 28 days ago
Sonko has a case to answer in City Hall revenue tender saga
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New faces of impunity
The Inspector General and DCI boss were to appraise the court on the recent spate of abductions and whereabouts of abductees
By Nancy Gitonga 29 days ago
New faces of impunity
Court: Inspector General of Police can be held liable for police brutality
The High Court has ruled that the IG of Police can be held criminally liable for atrocities committed by junior officers under his command.
By Nancy Gitonga 29 days ago
Court: Inspector General of Police can be held liable for police brutality
IG Douglas Kanja fails to appear in court over abductions
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Wednesday failed to appear in court to explain the ongoing investigations into alleged abductions.
By Nancy Gitonga 30 days ago
IG Douglas Kanja fails to appear in court over abductions
Ruto's new nominees face legal challenge
The Labour Court has certified as urgent a lawsuit challenging President William Ruto's recent appointment of Ndiritu Muriithi and Mwangi wa Iria among others to state positions.
By Nancy Gitonga 30 days ago
Ruto's new nominees face legal challenge
Petitioners want Ichung'wah, Atwoli summoned over abduction claims
Lawyers want Cotu Secretary General Francis Atwoli, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and five MPs summoned over remarks linking former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to abductions.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Petitioners want Ichung'wah, Atwoli summoned over abduction claims
Petition filed challenging President Ruto's latest State appointments
A Nakuru-based doctor, Magare Gikenyi, along with two other citizens, has filed a petition in court challenging the recent appointments made by President William Ruto.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Petition filed challenging President Ruto's latest State appointments
Win for IEBC as court upholds county assemblies' nominations
The court says the IEBC acted lawfully during the 2022 nominations to county assemblies after several groups contested the nominations by political parties.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Win for IEBC as court upholds county assemblies' nominations
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Supreme Court and Ahmednasir's legal battle rages: Who'll blink first?
Apex Court in January barred Senior Counsel Ahmednasir from appearing before it as accusations of corruption and bias raise critical questions about the country's legal system.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Supreme Court and Ahmednasir's legal battle rages: Who'll blink first?
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Acquittals, setbacks and prominent trials unsettle the judicial system
As 2024 draws to a close, Kenya's judicial system continues to grapple with the trials of some of the country's most prominent figures embroiled in corruption cases.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Acquittals, setbacks and prominent trials unsettle the judicial system
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Supreme Court at 12: Legacy intact despite funding crisis and political turbulence
Chief Justice Martha Koome says the Apex Court has helped Kenya maintain the rule of law. Despite various challenges, the Court has also guided the country's fledging democratic principles.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Supreme Court at 12: Legacy intact despite funding crisis and political turbulence
Embu farmer files petition against State's macadamia export ban
A petition has been filed challenging government's decision to re-impose a ban on the export of raw (in-shell) macadamia nuts.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Embu farmer files petition against State's macadamia export ban
Kisii ordered to pay Sh217m in salary arrears
The Court of Appeal has ordered the Kisii County Government to pay Sh217 million in salary arrears to workers after a prolonged legal battle led by KCGWU.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Kisii ordered to pay Sh217m in salary arrears
14 suspects linked to fake cement released on cash bail
The court granted each suspect bail in the amount of Sh200,000, with the requirement to report to Capitol Hill Police Station once a week.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
14 suspects linked to fake cement released on cash bail
MPs urged to amend Children Act to protect minors on trial
The High Court has called for amendment of the Children Act to give clear guidelines for handling cases where individuals charged as minors are convicted after turning 18.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
MPs urged to amend Children Act to protect minors on trial
Uncertainty after court declares university funding model illegal
Justice Chacha Mwita ruled that the university funding model was unconstitutional, lacked a legal framework, was discriminatory, and failed to meet legal requirement for public participation.
By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago
Uncertainty after court declares university funding model illegal
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